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Sand Dunes Horse & Camel Ride
Morocco
Morocco
Experience the spectacular sand dunes and red-gold desert landscape of Morocco from a multitude of perspectives- from horseback, astride a camel, nomadic camping and Moroccan inns and hotels!
We first meet our horses in Rissani, after a visit to the blue springs of Meski, and saddle up for thrilling canters across the palmeraie plains and a week of adventure! In the days ahead there are many highlights! We escape into the desert on our horses, where the Oasis of Thinghras awaits us and we have the pleasure of camping for one of our evenings. It is a favorite setting for the filming of many movies over the years. We will detour by car, after a morning of magical desert riding, to the Mausoleum of Moulay Al Cherif and spend the night in a Rissani hotel. Another day brings us a journey by horseback to the unique lake, Dait Srji, where birds flourish and even elegant pink flamingos can occasionally be spotted. We will camp here and follow along the lake's border to watch the many grazing camels and abundant birdlife. During our adventure will experience incredible, golden sand dunes that are able to reach 200 metres high and we will move to the rhythms of the Gnaoua music when we visit a small Moroccan village. You will have the opportunity to ride by camel into the the heart of the dunes and camp as nomads, and if time permits, watch the magnificent red sunset go down over the mountains. The remarkable sands are a kaleidoscope of reds, oranges and golds in the morning when we head to Erg Cheppi and the resident auberge where we will stay overnight. You will enjoy free time on your own to explore the nearby village where you can indulge in the shopping or relax with a coffee and observe the village life. We finish with our last exhilerating canters through the desolate dunes after we have explored the reaches of the empty river valleys, where ancient fossils can be found, evidence that we truly are in a place of historical wonders amidst the endless desert sands.
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Meeting:
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Errachidia
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Airport:
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Er Rachidia via Casablanca
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Transfer:
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Errachidia
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Riders:
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Min
4 riders
Max
8 riders
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Trip Rating
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Rates and Dates for 2010
Rates include:
Accommodations - 5 nights in hotels, 2 nights camping and 1 night in nomad camp, meals, 7 riding days
| A | 2010 | 9 day trip, AP | 9d / 8n | €1450 | $2220 |
| Single supplement | €145 | $225 |
Transfer Option:
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2010
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Transfer is included from Er Rachidia
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Rates do not include:
Gratuities. Dinks in the hotels and alcoholic drinks in the camp
Day 1: Arrive in Errachidia via Casablanca. Transfer from the
airport to the hotel for dinner and overnight.
Day 2: After
breakfast we drive to Erfoud. On the way we visit the blue
spring of Meski. We continue to Rissani where we will meet the horses.
After a short lunch we ride through the palmeraie crossing small sand dunes and
large wide open plains where you can canter for
ever. Camp in is set up in the oasis of Thinghras - a place is famous for many
desert movies.
Day 3: The morning ride crosses magic deserts, small sand dunes, black
mountains, lonely palm trees and finally the palmeraie of Rissani, where we
enjoy our picnic lunch. In the afternoon we drive to Rissan to visit the Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif
- the
first king of the Alalouiten Dynastie. Later on we might have time to go in the
souks of Rissani and then overnight at the Hotel in Rissani.
Day 4: The endless plain with small black stones allow for many
long canters along the side of the dark mountain chain. We cross some golden sand dunes
and far away you see the immense
red golden Sand dunes of Merzouga. About 4 hours riding brings us to the lake Dait
Srji. Many birds live by this
lake sometimes even the pink Flamingo. We camp by the lake.
Day 5: If there is water in the lake (it only fills after a rain) we
follow the border to observe the different birds and many camel herds that are eating the few green grasses or flowers.
Soon we arrive to the big sand dunes. It's fascinating to
ride through the big ocean of sand. In some places the dunes are up to 200
meters high. Finally we arrive to the auberge just beside the dunes. In the afternoon we drive to a little village where we
will see the dance to the Gnaoua music - the music of the black
people in Morocco. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 6: Today we ride the horses along the big sand dunes
to Erg Chebbi. Some little bits we canter over small dunes - a very
special feeling! The horses need all their power to canter up and the
suddenly the quick and easy descents! At lunch we arrive in the Auberge of Erg Cheppi. The
horses stay here and after a good rest we will leave with camels into the heart
of the sand dunes. In the center of the dunes we will come to some nomad tents.
Here we rest and if there
is still time to climb up the dunes to enjoy the sunset. It's a magnificent
view over the ocean of sand and far away the red sun will slowly disappear
behind a mountain chain. A typical meal is waiting for us in the nomad
tent, where we will also spend the night. It's a real adventure to stay the
night as the nomads do.
Day 7: Early in the morning before sunrise you might
get up to climb again on the dune, where we will find a world of
fascination. With the slowly coming up of the sun the colors of the sand dunes change - from a cold yellow to a warm rose and red.
Then breakfast is waiting for us in the
tents. Afterwards we will ride back with the camels. The slow pace of the camels bring us close to meditation.
Back in the auberge the rest of the day is free. You can have a rest or walk through the dunes
or go to the near village for a coffee or a shopping tour. Overnight at the
auberge.
Day 8: Today we follow the dunes to there northern end.
Then we ride through little mountains, cantering over big plains and
cross trough empty river valleys, where you can find fossils. Finally we reach a
big open area with a lot of little dunes. A last impression of the big desert,
then soon we will leave the horses and drive back by car to Erracidia
Overnight at a hotel.
Day 9: Early
morning departure and transfer to the airport.
Meeting:
Errachidia
Airport:
Er Rachidia via Casablanca
Transfer:
Errachidia
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Tack:
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English trekking
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Horses:
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Arab, Berber stallions & mares
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Pace:
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3 to 5 riding hrs per day.
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Walk |
Trot |
Canter |
Gallop |
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Level:
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(3
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4
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Riders:
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Min
4 riders
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Max
8 riders
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Passport and Visa Requirements:
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Tack:
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English trekking
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Horses:
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Arab, Berber stallions & mares
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Pace:
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3 to 5 riding hrs per day.
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Walk |
Trot |
Canter |
Gallop |
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Level:
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(3
to
4
out of 5) Intermediate
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Riders:
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Min
4 riders
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Max
8 riders
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Passports
Passport valid for at least six months from date of entry required by all nationals referred to in the chart.
Passport Note
Visitors should ensure that their passports are stamped when they enter the country.
Visas
Not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above for stays of up to three months.
Visa Note
(a) Visa extensions are possible upon request at the nearest police station. (b) Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements.
| Passport Required? |
| British |
Yes |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
| Other EU |
Yes |
| Visa Required? |
| British |
No |
| Australian |
No |
| Canadian |
No |
| USA |
No |
| Other EU |
No |
| Return Ticket Required? |
| British |
No |
| Australian |
No |
| Canadian |
No |
| USA |
No |
| Other EU |
No |
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Sand Dunes Horse & Camel Ride
Tour Code: PG-MRSP
9 days /
8 nights
~$2,220.00
Difficulty :
Lodging: 
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Rates |
Dates
Accomodation
Tack:
English trekking
Horses:
Arab, Berber stallions & mares
Pace:
3 to 5 riding hrs per day.
Walk, Trot, Canter, Gallop,
Airport:
Er Rachidia via Casablanca
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